Authentic Taste Partners with the Matador Club

Matador Club Partnership

For Immediate Release: May 1, 2025 Authentic Taste sales@authentictms.com (806) 810-1200 [Lubbock, TX] Authentic Taste is excited to announce its partnership with the Matador Club, a collective that encourages student-athletes to achieve personal and professional growth while building connections with the community. We’re thrilled to partner with the Matador Club to share Naked Tamales across […]

23 North Expands National Retail Presence and Partners with Best-In-Class Retailers

23 North Expands

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LUBBOCK, TX (April 25, 2025) — Authentic Taste LLC, a vertically integrated food supplier,announces the expansion of its premium seafood brand, 23 North, into 44 more major retaillocations across Texas and New Mexico. The brand’s shrimp-based products are now available toconsumers through various retail channels including Albertsons Market, United Supermarkets andMarket Street. […]

Lubbock-Based Authentic Taste Wins Prestigious “Best Frozen Foods of 2024”

Poblano & Cheese Tamale | Naked Tamales Awarded

January 10, 2025 – Lubbock, TX – Lubbock’s own Authentic Taste, the company behind the innovative Naked Tamales brand, is proud to announce that its Poblano & Cheese Tamale has been named “Best Frozen Foods of 2024″ by Convenience Store News. The brand’s patented, huskless tamale design stood out for its innovation, convenience, and exceptional flavor, earning national recognition in the […]

Award-Winning Taste Meets Convenience

We’re beyond excited to share that Naked Tamales has received a major honor from Convenience Store News for our Poblano & Cheese Tamale! This isn’t just any award—it recognizes our product across multiple key areas that set it apart in the tamale market, including taste, value, convenience, healthfulness, quality ingredients, preparation ease, appearance, and packaging. This award marks a […]

Naked Tamales Joins KeHe’s Distribution Network

Naked Tamales and KeHE Partnership

We’re beyond thrilled to announce that our Naked Tamales have been recognized by KeHe Distributors as Innovators and Trendsetters in the food industry! Receiving the Golden Ticket to join their prestigious distribution network marks a major milestone in our journey at Authentic Taste and further positions us as a key player in the growing demand for convenient, high-quality, and innovative food solutions. Why This Matters […]

C-Store Innovation at NACS 2024

C-Store Innovation

The NACS Show 2024 was an incredible experience for us at Authentic Taste. Showcasing Naked Tamales to the thriving C-Store market, we left the event inspired by the innovation and energy that drives this dynamic industry. It was clear to see that convenience stores are evolving rapidly, with new trends, solutions, and products coming to the forefront. Keys to […]

Driving Change at Vistar North Buying Show 2024

Vistar North Show

We had an incredible experience at the Vistar North Buying Show 2024 in Atlantic City! This year, Naked Tamales teamed up with Burdette Beckmann Inc. at booth #604, where we proudly showcased our award-winning Poblano & Cheese Tamales alongside our other delicious flavors. The Power of Industry Events Events like Vistar North are more than just a […]

A Strategic Partnership for Growth with BBI

BBI and Naked Tamales Partnership

At Naked Tamales, we’re always striving to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the food industry. Our latest partnership with Burdette Beckmann Inc., a leading brokerage firm renowned for its disruptive market strategies, marks a significant milestone in our journey. But what does this partnership truly mean for Naked Tamales? Why is it important, […]

Simplifying Procurement and Maximizing Value with Foodbuy

Foodbuy and Naked Tamales Partnership

At Naked Tamales, our mission has always been to deliver the best quality, taste, and convenience in every bite. Today, we are thrilled to announce a monumental partnership between Naked Tamales and Foodbuy, LLC, part of the renowned Compass Group. This collaboration marks a new chapter in our journey, enabling us to reach more businesses […]